Posh nibble

Il Bosco Trecce breadsticks, imported from Puglia, are hand-braided and have almonds nestled within the twists; the flavor is rich with olive oil and a hint of white wine. The initial crunch soon yields to a buttery texture, and - trust us - soon you'll be reaching for another. These are pricey but we think they're worth it: A 17-ounce bag costs $9-$13; to order by mail, call 866-394-7652 or go online at isolaimports.com.

Certifiably blueberry

R.W. Knudsen's certified organic blueberry nectar, with its robust berry flavor and a citric tang balanced by mellower apple juice, earned raves from tasters. (Both as a fruit juice and, because we think this way, a cocktail mixer.) A 32-ounce bottle costs $3.45 to $4.20 at specialty grocers and health food stores.

Sustaining idea

EcoFish frozen entrees feature ecologically responsible seafood with chef-designed preparations. We tried wild Alaskan salmon with Asian ginger marinade and wild South American mahi mahi with Caribbean marinade; both turned out beautifully, tasted good and preparation was easy. Seven varieties are offered; availability varies by store. Each box contains two servings (which might constitute one serving for heartier eaters) and costs $7-$10.45 in the freezer case at select markets.

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